Dear Neighbor,

2024 was an exciting year at Nevada HAND, which you’ll read more about in this report. Every day of the year, our team of 300 staff members work to bring our mission to life and ensure that over 8,200 low-income residents have “More Than a Home.”

We know that high-quality, affordable housing is the key to everything: for seniors to live independent, healthy lives and for working families to achieve financial stability and unlock future opportunity. To help people truly thrive, Nevada HAND’s housing model includes access to on-site Resident Services offering personalized support, resources, and education.

We are proud of all Nevada HAND has accomplished since our founding in 1993, and excited to continue developing and building, advocating for affordable housing, and serving residents in 2025 and beyond. Thank you for being part of our community. Your support is key to our mission, helping residents open the door to a better life.

Sincerely,

Audra Hamernik
President and CEO
Nevada HAND

Building Community: What We Do

• Real Estate Development: We are intentional about where we locate our homes, so residents have access to schools, transportation, and other daily needs.
• Construction: We build high-quality, energy-efficient, and attractive apartment homes with amenities that benefit seniors and families.
• Property Management: We are dedicated to ensuring our communities are well-maintained and responsive to resident needs.
• Resident Services: A hallmark of Nevada HAND’s housing model is our program of personalized wraparound services and resources designed to help residents thrive.

2024 At-A-Glance

At the end of 2024, over 8,200 residents called Nevada HAND home.

• We grew to 36 communities with over 5,000 units.
• Average annual household income across all properties was less than $28,000.
• Average monthly rent across all properties was $800.

We remain committed to responsible growth to help meet the ongoing affordable housing crisis in Nevada, and 2024 was one of our busiest years ever!

• Began construction on 2 communities (1 senior, 1 family) totaling 365 brand-new units.
• Closed on multiple real estate deals.
• Completed 220 new senior units.
• Began rehabilitation projects on 2 existing properties.

Snapshots: Resident Services In Action in 2024

• 7,095 trips around town on our free senior transportation services.
• 90% of residents reported feeling connected and unlikely to experience loneliness.
• 3,344 residents participated in community engagement activities, including bingo, arts & crafts, coffee clubs, and holiday celebrations.
• 400+ community planning meetings were held to encourage resident input.
• 2,346 comprehensive resident-needs reviews were completed.
• 300+ events were held for children.

2024 Senior Wellness Festival

Approximately 500 seniors attended. Over 30 local partners provided information, resources, and free on-site services. Learn more.

2024 Back-to-School Wellness Events

Nearly 1,000 residents participated; 732 free backpacks distributed to kids; 108 free eye exams and free prescription glasses. Learn more.

2024 Senior Choice Food Pantries

In 2024, we logged 7,621 visits at our 7 on-site food pantries. Each monthly pantry visit saves a low-income senior approximately $120 in grocery costs, or about the cost of 30 meals. For so many senior residents on a tight budget, the pantries mean they don’t have to choose between affording food and other necessities like utilities or medication.

“It means everything. I often don’t have food for the last two weeks of the month and the pantry helps get me through.” ~ Nevada HAND Senior Resident